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Compare Vasotec vs. Lotensin

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Key takeaways

Enalapril (Vasotec) and Benazepril (Lotensin) are both ACE inhibitors used to treat high blood pressure. Enalapril is also approved for heart failure, while Benazepril is not. Enalapril can be given to children as young as 1 month old, whereas Benazepril is only for children 6 years and older. Both medications can cause a dry cough and should not be taken during pregnancy. Enalapril is available in a liquid form, which can be helpful if you have trouble swallowing pills, while Benazepril is not available in a liquid form. Common side effects for Enalapril include tiredness and dizziness, while Benazepril commonly causes headaches and dizziness. Both medications can cause serious side effects like angioedema and high potassium levels.

  • Enalapril (Vasotec)
    Benazepril (Lotensin)
  • Enalapril (Vasotec)
    Benazepril (Lotensin)

  • Summary of Vasotec vs. Lotensin

    Summary for ACE inhibitor
    Prescription only

    Enalapril (Vasotec) is a first-choice medication used for treating high blood pressure. It's also approved for heart failure. Enalapril (Vasotec) belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It's taken by mouth, once or twice daily. Enalapril (Vasotec) doesn't cause many side effects, but some include tiredness, dizziness, and cough.

    Summary for ACE inhibitor
    Prescription only

    Benazepril (Lotensin) is a first-choice medication used to lower blood pressure. It's taken by mouth, typically once or twice daily. Some of the more common side effects of benazepril (Lotensin) include headache and dizziness. You shouldn't take this medication if you're pregnant because it can cause serious complications and birth defects. Benazepril (Lotensin) is available as a lower cost generic.

  • Indications of Vasotec vs. Lotensin

    Indications for
    •High blood pressure
    •Heart failure
    Indications for
    •High blood pressure

  • Pros and Cons of Vasotec vs. Lotensin

    Pros and Const for ACE inhibitor
    Pros
    •A first-choice blood pressure lowering medication for many people
    •Taken by mouth
    •Can be taken by children as young as 1 month old (high blood pressure only)
    •Available as a liquid for people who have trouble swallowing pills
    Cons
    •More likely to cause a dry cough, compared to angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)
    •Can't be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding
    •Might not work as well for lowering high blood pressure in black people
    •Need to take twice daily for heart failure
    Pros and Const for ACE inhibitor
    Pros
    •A first-choice blood pressure medication for many people
    •Can protect kidney function in people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney disease
    •Lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with high blood pressure
    •Available as a lower-cost generic
    Cons
    •Can cause dry cough
    •Can't take if you're pregnant
    •Might not work as well in Black people
    •Can cause dizziness and raise the risk for falls

  • Common Side Effects of Vasotec vs. Lotensin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Feeling tired (3%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Headache (6%)
    •Dizziness (4%)
    •Tiredness (2%)

  • Warnings of Vasotec vs. Lotensin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Not for use during pregnancy
    •Angioedema (swelling)
    •Low blood pressure
    •Worsening kidney problems
    •Heart problems due to high potassium
    •Liver problems
    Common Side Effects for
    •Birth defects
    •Swelling of face, lips, tongue (angioedema)
    •Worsening kidney problems
    •Heart problems due to high potassium
    •Dangerously low blood pressure
    •Liver failure

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